Updated October 2023 If you’re thinking about self-publishing your book, it’s important to remember that not all self-publishing genres have the same rate of success. The experts at Self-Publishing Relief know that while some genres seem to take off when...
Cover Art Trends In Self-Published Historical Fiction in 2023 | Self-Publishing Relief
Updated April 2023 Your self-published book may be historical fiction, but that doesn’t mean your cover art has to be stuck in the past! The latest cover art trends for historical fiction are taking the genre in a direction that’s more aesthetically pleasing to the...
Should Self-Published Authors Stick To Only One Genre? | Self-Publishing Relief
In the traditional publishing community, publishers usually expect their authors to write exclusively within a single genre in order to to develop an easy-to-market, strong author brand. But at Self-Publishing Relief, we know that this dusty old rule doesn’t have to...
Book Cover Design “Strategies” You Should Avoid | Self-Publishing Relief
At Self-Publishing Relief, we know the road to poor book sales is often paved with good intentions. Sometimes writers will choose cover art design strategies that should work—in theory—but might inadvertently steer potential buyers away from their books. Since many...
Cover Art Design Trends For Self-Published Horror Novels in 2023 | Self-Publishing Relief
Updated May 2023 If you’re self-publishing a horror novel, there are certain design elements your readers will expect to see in your cover art. At Self-Publishing Relief, we know that the right cover art for a horror novel will both attract and terrify your reader—and...
How To Identify And Connect With Your Niche Market | Self-Publishing Relief
When you’re making short story or poetry submissions to publishers, it makes sense to cast a wide net. But when you’re trying to sell your book and optimize your financial investments, narrowing your target audience might be a better choice. No one wants to waste time...
5 Self-Published Books That Were Made Into Movies | Self-Publishing Relief
It's a self-published author's dream come true: Imagine having enough faith in your story that you take the leap and self-publish— and then your book not only flies off the shelves, it's turned into a cinematic piece of art! We at Self-Publishing Relief know...
Why Self-Publishing Works For Niche Genre Writers
Have you written a romance...about space aliens? Or did you put together a collection of ancient Viking dress sewing patterns? While these niche topics won't interest traditional publishers or literary agents—it's still possible there's an audience waiting for you to...
Which Self-Published Genres Sell The Most Books? Self-Publishing Relief Has The Answer!
You're at the starting gate, ready to self-publish your book. But how do you know if you have a winner? We at Self-Publishing Relief know that while some genres seem to enjoy unbridled success when self-published, others fall behind in the race for sales. Take a look...
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